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Lucas County Full Release of Memorandum of Contract Form

Lucas County Full Release of Memorandum of Contract Form

Lucas County Full Release of Memorandum of Contract Form

Fill in the blank Full Release of Memorandum of Contract form formatted to comply with all Iowa recording and content requirements.

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Lucas County Full Release of Memorandum of Contract Guide

Lucas County Full Release of Memorandum of Contract Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Full Release of Memorandum of Contract form.

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Lucas County Completed Example of the Full Release of Memorandum of Contract Document

Lucas County Completed Example of the Full Release of Memorandum of Contract Document

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Important: Your property must be located in Lucas County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Lucas County Recorder
Address:
Courthouse - 916 Braden Ave
Chariton, Iowa 50049

Hours: 8:00 to 4:00 Monday through Friday

Phone: (641) 774-2413

Recording Tips for Lucas County:
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
  • Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
  • Verify the recording date if timing is critical for your transaction
  • Some documents require witnesses in addition to notarization

Cities and Jurisdictions in Lucas County

Properties in any of these areas use Lucas County forms:

  • Chariton
  • Derby
  • Lucas
  • Russell
  • Williamson

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Lucas County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Lucas County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Lucas County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Lucas County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Lucas County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Lucas County?

Recording fees in Lucas County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (641) 774-2413 for current fees.

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Iowa Code Section 558: Conveyances
Iowa Code Chapter 558, titled "Conveyances," provides the general framework for the recording of real estate documents, including contracts, memoranda, and their releases. The key provisions relevant to releasing a memorandum of contract include the following:

Iowa Code Section 558.46 - Mandatory Recording of Installment Sales Contracts:

This section governs the recording of installment sales contracts for residential real estate, as well as the option to record a memorandum of contract instead of the full contract.

Once the contract is satisfied, either the seller or the buyer may record a release of the memorandum to indicate that the installment sales contract is no longer in effect, either due to the contract being fulfilled or mutually terminated.

The release of the memorandum must be recorded with the county recorder’s office where the original memorandum was recorded. This clears the record of the buyer's interest in the property.

Purpose of the Release:
Clear Title: Recording a release of the memorandum ensures that there are no lingering claims or interests related to the installment contract. This is important if the property is to be sold or refinanced in the future.

Fulfilling Obligations: Once the installment payments are completed and the contract terms are satisfied, the seller has an obligation to release the buyer from the contract and to remove any encumbrances from the public record.

Legal Protection: Recording a release protects both parties from future disputes regarding ownership or interest in the property.
Practical Example:

Example: A buyer has completed all installment payments under a contract for deed with the seller. The original contract was recorded via a memorandum of contract. Once the final payment is made, the seller is responsible for preparing and recording a release of the memorandum to indicate that the buyer has fulfilled all obligations under the contract and now holds clear title to the property.

Important: Your property must be located in Lucas County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Full Release of Memorandum of Contract meets all recording requirements specific to Lucas County.

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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Lucas County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.

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